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Rover 3 and 4

 

User Manual (E) - Rev. Feb. 2012 

Safety Instructions 

 
Operation 

These safety considerations and tips will help you operate the scooter safely. 

The  Scooter  is  a  powerful  electric  vehicle,  and  the  following  rules  will  help 

you prevent personal injury and damage to your scooter. 

 

 

Make sure that your weight does not exceed the recommended weight 

limit of the scooter (see Technical Specifications).   

Do not carry passengers. 

 

Always ensure that the power is switched off, when getting on or off of 

the scooter. 

 

When getting on and off the scooter, do not step on the foot rest. 

 

At all times while driving, keep your feet on the foot rest. 

 

Be  aware  of  the  environment  around  you  when  choosing  a  desired 

speed.  For  indoor  environments,  we  recommend  that  you  select  the 

slowest  speed  setting.  For  outdoor  operation  select  a  speed  that  is 

comfortable for you to control it safely. 

 

Reduce speed when making sharp turns. 

 

Do  not  switch  off  the  power  when  the  scooter  is  still  moving  forward. 

This will bring the scooter to an extremely abrupt stop. 

 

Avoid jerky stop/start motions as it will result in excessive battery drain 

and increased tire wear. To break in an emergency, simply release the 

forward/reverse lever. 

 

Make sure the wheel release lever is in driving mode prior to operation 

(see Fig. 4). 

Summary of Contents for Rover 3

Page 1: ...Rover 3 and 4 Scooters User s Manual Original instructions ...

Page 2: ...nd 4 scooter and wishes you safe and enjoyable journeys For proper operation and to maintain the scooter s operational readiness we recommend that you read this user manual prior to using the scooter 220 Wildcat Rd Toronto Ontario M3J 2N5 Internet Mail info factorydirectmedical com Internet Address www factorydirectmedical com ...

Page 3: ...012 Table of Contents Components 7 Safety Instructions 9 Assembly Instructions 13 Adjustments for Seating Comfort 18 Operating the Scooter 19 Batteries and Charger 23 Maintenance and Repairs 27 Troubleshooting 29 Technical Specifications 31 ...

Page 4: ... After unpacking please familiarize yourself with the following components see Figs 1 2 and 3 Figure 1 Rover 4W Figure 2 Rover 3W 6 Foldable armrests 7 Basket and support tube 8 Battery packs detachable 9 Rear Wheels Figure 3 10 Anti tip Wheels 11 Battery Charger 1 Control Panel 2 Tiller 3 Front Wheel 4 Foot Platform 5 Foldable Seat ...

Page 5: ...ooter do not step on the foot rest At all times while driving keep your feet on the foot rest Be aware of the environment around you when choosing a desired speed For indoor environments we recommend that you select the slowest speed setting For outdoor operation select a speed that is comfortable for you to control it safely Reduce speed when making sharp turns Do not switch off the power when th...

Page 6: ...the proper position according to your desired direction Ramps and Curbs Sidewalks Use extra caution when driving down a slope Never drive across a slope Do not turn sharply on a slope Do not drive in reverse on a slope or on a bumpy surface When driving over a curb or raised surface make sure that the bottom of the scooter has sufficient clearance see Technical Specifications ...

Page 7: ...chanical devices to the scooter Doing so may cause personal injury or damage to equipment and voids the manufacturer s warranty Do not operate your vehicle if it is not functioning properly Contact your service center immediately Influence of Medication or Alcohol Check with your physician if you are taking any medication that may affect your ability to operate your power scooter safely Do not ope...

Page 8: ...llation 1 Insert both batteries into the back chassis see Fig 8 2 Using the handle located behind the seat raise the front chassis and connect it to the back chassis Make sure they are aligned and locked see Fig 5 Figure 5 Tiller Positioning 1 Pull up the tiller handle in order to release the position lock see Fig 6 2 Adjust the tiller to a driving position according to your own preference Figure ...

Page 9: ...krest to an upright position Figure 7 Installing the batteries 1 Take the batteries out of the box 2 Place the battery into the rear tray with the protruding part towards rear see Fig 8 3 Then lower the battery until it stops the connectors will engage Note The batteries are partially charged We recommend charging them fully prior to usage Figure 8 ...

Page 10: ... into the basket support frame Make sure it is seated securely see Fig 9 Figure 9 Moving the Scooter When moving the scooter without operating it be sure to follow these instructions 1 Turn the power off 2 Ensure that the wheel release lever is in Freewheel mode see Fig 4 3 Move the scooter carefully and slowly 4 To brake the scooter move the wheel release lever to the Drive position Note Do not c...

Page 11: ...e steps 1 Turn the power off 2 Fold the backrest down slightly raise the seat and push it forward and down see Fig 10 Figure 10 3 Remove the rear basket and the basket support frame see Fig 11 Figure 11 4 Disconnect and remove the batteries from the rear tray see Fig 12 Note Pull the battery up first to disconnect from electrical contacts ...

Page 12: ...e sure it is stabilized in a fixed position 5 Raise the tiller handle slightly in order to release the tiller lock Then fold the tiller towards the seat see Fig 13 Figure 13 6 Lift the front chassis using the handle located under the seat Disconnect the front chassis from the rear chassis see Fig 14 Figure 14 ...

Page 13: ...onfigure the scooter to your body structure 1 Tiller Angle Adjustment A Pull the tiller lever up see Fig 15 Alternatively the tiller lever may be pushed from the back of the tiller B Move the tiller to the desired position and release to lock Figure 15 2 Arm Rests When getting on or off the scooter you can raise the arm rest for easier access and motion see Fig 16 Figure 16 ...

Page 14: ...f the environment around you when choosing a desired speed For indoor environments we recommend that you select the slowest speed setting For outdoor operation select a speed that is comfortable for you to control safely Control Panel The control panel is located in the center of the tiller It enables you to control the steering lights and signals of the scooter supplies information on the battery...

Page 15: ...button sounds the horn 4 Manual Speed Adjuster The maximum speed is 11 km h Rotating the button to the lower speed turtle icon will reduce the speed for slower gentle operation 5 Turn Signal Operates the turning signal lamps 6 Hazard Lights Signal Operates the emergency warning lights 7 Speed Selector Switch Set the switch to the lower speed turtle icon position for slower operation 8 Battery Char...

Page 16: ...r your own safety and the safety of others always drive at a moderate speedy Releasing the operating handle will bring the scooter to a stop Operate with caution whenever going up or down a ramp or slope When entering an elevator drive in reverse so that you can then exit facing forward Check that the elevator has stopped at the exact level of the floor ...

Page 17: ...se a car battery Car batteries are not designed for the scooters and can be dangerous Battery lifespan is influenced by treatment number of recharges storage and usage Charging the Battery The charger works with a standard socket outlet between 100 240V The charger automatically prevents over charging Note The battery cannot be charged if it completely discharged It is recommended that you recharg...

Page 18: ...e key removed before charging Use the charger only for charging the scooter batteries Charge the batteries in a well ventilated area Do not smoke near the batteries and keep away from source of heat or flames Charge the batteries indoors or in a covered area and avoid water Always dry hands before charging Remove jewelry before charging Do not use charge cables that are damaged in any way It is re...

Page 19: ...ystem is operational Slow flashing indicator Charge the batteries as soon as possible Quick flashing indicator Trouble indicator Perform the following actions 1 Turn off the scooter 2 Make sure the rear wheels are locked 3 Make sure the charger is disconnected from the scooter 4 Make sure the operating lever is set in the middle If the lever does not return to center do not operate the scooter and...

Page 20: ...om the power source immediately upon completing charging 5 Each battery pack contains sealed lead acid batteries 6 Battery replacement should only be performed by an authorized agent Note The batteries may emit a minimal amount of acid fumes When removing batteries always place them on cardboard newspaper or any other material that will prevent damage to the surface on which they stand ...

Page 21: ...nd the following regular maintenance operations Daily Checks Visually inspect the vehicle and the wheel condition Watch the battery status Make sure the operation lever returns to neutral position after release Weekly Checks Operation lever check pull the lever to maximum speed Turn the key to the on position The scooter should not move and the indicator light should flash If the scooter moves at ...

Page 22: ...tions the electric motor status and the battery condition Fuse replacement should be done only by a service representative Fuses are located in the following locations 60A Battery pack fuses one in each battery pack 5Ax2 electrical circuit fuses under the rear cover Periodic Checks Clean upholstery plastic and metal parts with a mild surface cleaner Caution keep cleaning solvents away from electri...

Page 23: ...contact the service center The scooter does not turn on Check that the key is inserted properly Make sure that the batteries are inserted in the right position Check the battery charge Batteries do not charge Check the connection between the charger and the scooter charge outlet Make sure that the batteries are inserted in the right position Make sure the charge indicator light is lit during charg...

Page 24: ...ctions between the motor and the controller 3 There is a short circuit between the motor and the battery 6 Check if the charger is connected 7 Problem with the operation lever Make sure it is set in the middle before operating the scooter 8 Problem with the controller Make sure all the connections into the control panel are tight and secure 9 There is no connection between the controller and the b...

Page 25: ...s and load Battery pack weight 9 5 kg 20 9 lbs x 2 Climbing slope 8 14 Ground clearance 8 cm 3 1 in Maximum load 136 kg 300 lbs Scooter weight including battery 64 kg 141 lbs 72 kg 158 7 lbs Front chassis weight 22 kg 48 5 lbs 27 kg 59 5 lbs Rear chassis weight 23 kg 50 7 lbs 26 kg 57 3 lbs Front Wheels 31x5 5 cm 12 2x2 2 in 26x8 cm 10 2x3 1 in Rear Wheels 31x5 5 cm 12 2x5 5 in 34x6 5 cm 13 4x2 6 ...

Page 26: ...orized maintenance or modification are not covered by the warranty For safety and for warranty assurance reasons any modifications and repair of the Rover 3 and 4 or its components must be performed exclusively by authorized personnel and exclusively with original spare parts Manufactured by 220 Wildcat Rd Toronto Ontario M3J 2N5 Tel 416 7398393 Fax 416 739 7171 Internet Mail info factorydirectmed...

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